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AAH in memory of Hunter Maggard
07/13/2026

Remembering Hunter Maggard inspires miles of clean highways

Read about a family whose memories keep Arizona beautiful through volunteering. About 800 groups care for miles along Arizona’s highways and nearly half are adopted in remembrance of loved ones.
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07/05/2026

PODCAST: I-10 widening project keeps advancing south of the Valley

In this episode of On the Road With ADOT, Marcy McMacken, our lead communicator on the project, talks with guest host Laura Douglas about what drivers will see as we continue creating a wider Interstate 10 between the Valley and Casa Grande.
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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to drive sober.
07/02/2026

Sparklers, not drivers, should be lit over July 4 weekend

Independence Day is just around the corner, and we want to take a moment and remind Arizonans that sparklers, not drivers, should be “lit” during the holiday celebrations. If you’re driving on state highways this holiday weekend, you may...
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Traffic Operations Center wall covered with monitors showing traffic
05/23/2016

From the Director: Future of transportation moves us closer to 'Jetsons'

We in the transportation world face the evolving use of technology in developing connected and automated vehicles.
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Bell Grand construction
05/20/2016

What a difference a month makes at Bell and Grand

In the spirit of our From the Archives posts, we let's take a look at one month of progress on the overpass and interchange ADOT is building at Bell Road and Grand Avenue in Surprise.
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05/19/2016

Six ways to make your Arizona MVD trip faster

We know a trip to the MVD isn’t at the top of most people’s to-do list. So, we’ve put together our top six tips on how to get in and out of the MVD in a New York minute.
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A motorcyclist in a neon yellow jacket and helmet rides a motorcycle.
05/18/2016

Motorcycle Awareness Month is marked in May

ADOT is using Motorcycle Awareness Month to remind drivers of all vehicles – two-wheeled, four-wheeled and more – to be more aware of motorcycles, making roads safer for everyone.
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Group of ADOT workers holding banners for green shop award.
05/16/2016

Awards program honors ADOT shops for sustainability

Two ADOT equipment service shops were recognized for promoting environmentally friendly operational practices that reduce waste and improve sustainability.
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US 60 Tunnel
05/12/2016

Road Trip: Arizona’s piece of US 60, an original transcontinental highway

What highway features a 5,500-ft elevation change from mountains to Sonoran Desert lowlands, etc?
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State Route 89 Hell Canyon Bridge under construction
05/11/2016

SR 89 Hell Canyon Bridge will have some heavenly features

While the name often leads to a few jokes, the new SR 89 Hell Canyon Bridge will have some heavenly features.
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05/10/2016

New Diamondbacks look extends to license plate

Two new license plates are available. A redesigned Diamondbacks plate and a new Southwest PGA specialty plate are available at the MVD or through an Authorized Third Party office.
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05/09/2016

New hi-def cameras give motorists better picture of traffic

Drivers in the East Valley can get a clear look at the traffic that awaits them on Valley freeways thanks to images from new high-definition cameras available on the az511.gov website.
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05/06/2016

Transportation, travel and tourism featured on ADOT overhead message boards

We hope you noticed new messages on the overhead signs along the freeway mentioning the summer travel season.
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